As divorce rates rise, San Antonio lawmakers are looking for ways to make getting an uncontested divorce harder. Dubbed the “divorce month,” the number of divorce petitions filed nationwide every January skyrockets. Psychologists believe this is because couples in unhappy marriages want to regain new leases on life in the new year. If one lawmaker has his way, the process to get a San Antonio no-fault divorce will soon become more complicated. […]

The word divorce often conjures up images of feuding couples, nasty arguments, and long and drawn out court cases. Not all divorces are quite so tumultuous, however. If you live in the San Antonio area and are legally separating – but also happen to be on good terms with your spouse – you may want to consider what’s called an uncontested San Antonio divorce. This article discusses the basics of what this terminology means, as well as whether it’s the right option for you. What Is an Uncontested Divorce? In an uncontested divorce, both spouses agree on the terms of the divorce, including the division of marital assets, child custody, child support and alimony. This eliminates the need for a lengthy court process, which is why uncontested divorces are quicker and more economical. […]

In the midst of a divorce, emotions are high and getting all of your things in order can easily fall to the wayside. If you’ve been married for a long time, it may be challenging to gather the information and documents you need to review to determine what you want in your divorce agreement. Whenever possible, planning ahead is always advised to ensure you’re well prepared and have ample times to negotiate what you need to make the divorce final. Here are the top four items most people forget when filing an uncontested divorce. […]

Most people who have gone through a divorce will often comment on the emotional stress it can cause. Even with an uncontested divorce, having to part ways with a partner you have had for years can make transitioning into the single life a challenge. Despite being legally divorced, ex-spouses who have completed an uncontested divorce tend to have a better post-divorce relationship when compared to those who had a contentious contested divorce. There are three main reasons why an uncontested divorce helps you to preserve the relationship you have with your soon-to-be ex-husband or wife. […]

Choosing to get a divorce is an emotional and life-changing decision. Since the divorce, even an uncontested divorce, can be complex, it is important to consider getting these four items in order before making the final decision to move forward. […]

With scandalous email and “sexting” cases making the news, the topic of how to handle emails social media profiles and text messages during a divorce has moved to center stage. If your ex-spouse is caught with illegal images or in the midst of an investigation, their online data and yours can be subject to search and seizure – even if you are separated. […]

Getting divorced when minor children are involved can be an intricate process. Where will they live full-time? With which parent? Where will they stay during the summer and school breaks? These questions and many more are often sorted out throughout the divorce proceedings. Whenever possible, San Antonio family law attorneys recommend keeping the living arrangements for children as similar to how they were before the divorce, if possible. Families across the country are finding creative ways to do this and nesting plans can be a viable alternative for some families. […]